Overview
- Season 4 is now streaming on Netflix after its Oct. 30 release, marking Liam Hemsworth’s first turn as Geralt following Henry Cavill’s exit.
- Aggregator scores have fallen versus earlier seasons, with Rotten Tomatoes at 53% and Metacritic at 60/100.
- A broad swath of critiques targets the show’s writing, direction and tone, with several outlets saying the issues extend beyond the lead change.
- Positive notes highlight the action and returning performances, with Anya Chalotra’s Yennefer singled out by multiple reviewers; some critics say Hemsworth fares fine.
- Fan reactions are sharply divided over Hemsworth versus Cavill, and Netflix has confirmed Season 5 will conclude the series.